Historical Figures · 21st Century
Friedrich Nietzsche’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Friedrich Nietzsche, Unknown
Who Was Friedrich Nietzsche?
Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche was a German philosopher and writer who started his career as a classical philologist and turned to philosophy early in his academic career. In 1869, at age 24, he was appointed Professor of Classical Philology at the University of Basel. Plagued by health problems for most of his life, he resigned from the university in 1879.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Friedrich Nietzsche's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Nietzsche suffered mental collapse in 1889 and spent his final 11 years in a largely catatonic state before dying in 1900. He was incapable of coherent speech in his final years, making these attributed last words impossible.
Sources
- biography Died August 25, 1900 after 11 years of mental incapacity
- academic Final years spent in catatonic state
Legacy
Friedrich Nietzsche's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Friedrich Nietzsche’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Friedrich Nietzsche die?
Friedrich Nietzsche died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Friedrich Nietzsche’s last words documented?
Nietzsche suffered mental collapse in 1889 and spent his final 11 years in a largely catatonic state before dying in 1900. He was incapable of coherent speech in his final years, making these attributed last words impossible.
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